Primary Care Update: Dermatology, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Sep 18, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026
Whitefish / Glacier National Park - The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
Prepare for The Lodge at Whitefish Lake. Inspired by the grand lodges of the past, with all the conveniences of the present, The Lodge brings a sense of leisure and grace to the Montana travel experience. Surrounded by mountains with the pristine waters of Whitefish Lake at the back door, and all the amenities of a full-service resort hotel, The Lodge provides the perfect location for your next visit to Whitefish and northwest Montana. With outstanding service and deluxe accommodations, you will be able to enjoy all that Whitefish and northwest Montana have to offer. The Lodge is only minutes from downtown Whitefish, ten minutes from the ski slopes of the Whitefish Mountain Resort and less than a 30-minute drive to the scenic wonders of Glacier National Park.
Reservations may be required to enter the National Park during peak season. Please note that park opening dates vary each year based on weather and local conditions. For more information, select the Additional Travel tab below.
Tuition Discount
Past Attendees Save $50: Past MCE Conferences attendees (within the previous three years) automatically receive a $50 discount at checkout.
Bring a Friend or Colleague and Save $50: If you are attending with another healthcare professional you are eligible for a $50 discount.
Overview & Agenda
Primary Care Update: Dermatology, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
12 Credits
Overview
This conference is designed to provide primary care practitioners with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered issues in Dermatology, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine while suggesting pragmatic approaches to clinical management. The discussion-based format of the conference will encourage audience participation through dynamic lectures, case-based studies, and hands-on workshops. Keynote speakers will present and critically assess recent advancements and industry updates in Dermatology, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine to enhance the knowledge-base and core competence of attendees. The successful completion of this interactive program involves diagnosing, treating, and prescribing the most effective courses of treatment, with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes.
Target Audience
All Physicians and other Healthcare Professionals seeking clinical information about issues in Dermatology, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.
Speakers
Our presenting national faculty speakers make it their professional goals to enhance the training of primary care clinicians. This Continuing Medical Education program promises to help you learn the most current, best medicine, and techniques for making the diagnosis easier during a 20-minute office visit.
Schedule
Friday, September 18th
Update on the Knee: Evaluation and Care of Common Sports Knee Issues
(Part 1)
Objectives 1) Review knee and knee joint movement anatomy 2) Identify palpatory areas of the knee anatomy during physical examination 3) Demonstrate key knee exam tests for common sports-related knee injuries
Update on the Knee: Evaluation and Care of Common Sports Knee Issues
(Part 2)
Objectives: 1) Recognize potential modifications for key knee exam tests in accommodation of diverse patient population 2) Identify indications for when to refer sport knee problems to specialty care
Terminology of Skin Disorders
Objectives: 1) Recognize the terms used to describe common skin lesions 2) Demonstrate the ability to communicate skin findings using appropriate terminology 3) Learn how to use terminology to assist in your practice
Rosacea
Objectives: 1) Recognize different types of rosacea 2) Distinguish rosacea from other causes of red rashes on the face 3) Formulate treatment plans for rosacea
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Objectives: 1) Demonstrate the ability to diagnose the variable presentations of seborrhea 2) Discuss causes and exacerbating factors for seborrhea 3) Describe the most effective treatments for seborrhea
Overview of Wound Management
Objectives: 1) Identify common causes of skin ulcers and pressure sores 2) Identify risk factors for complications from skin ulcers and pressure sores 3) Develop plans to treat and reduce recurrence of skin ulcers and pressure sores
Saturday, September 19th
Hair Disorders
Objectives: 1) Recognize normal hair anatomy and physiologic changes in hair 2) Evaluate the chief complaint of hair loss 3) Utilize effective medical interventions for hair disorders, when appropriate
Nail Disorders
Objectives: 1) Recognize normal nail anatomy 2) Evaluate the chief complaint of abnormal appearing nails 3) Utilize medical and physical modalities in the management of nail disorders, as feasible
Sports Concussion: Current Understanding of a Complex Medical Issue
Objectives: 1) Review the current concussion care recommendations 2) Define common challenges faced in a primary care setting when caring for these patients and identify some solutions 3) Improve concussion evaluation, treatment plans and determine when to refer
Women’s Sports Issues
Objectives: 1) Describe Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), previously known as Female Athlete Triad (F.A.T) 2) Identify three components of REDS and their implications 3) Utilize key history and examination components to consider in care 4) Identify potential areas of treatment to consider 5) Utilize postpartum recovery recommendations
Sunday, September 20th
Musculoskeletal Overuse Injuries: Lower Leg in Sports
Objectives: 1) Review anatomy related to movement and lower limb for MSK injuries 2) Apply key history and examination pearls through case scenarios 3) Identify common overuse injuries of the lower leg in sports 4) Recommend common first-line in-office treatment options
The Most Common Closed Wrist, Hand, and Finger Injuries
Objectives: 1) Describe the functional anatomy of the hand for examination and treatment 2) Synthesize first-line conservative treatment of the most common hand, wrist and finger injuries in sports 3) Determine radiographic images and indications for these injuries
Introduction to Dermoscopy
Objectives: 1) Recognize basic dermoscopy patterns 2) Be aware of two different approaches to dermoscopy diagnosis
Skin Cancer Exams, Treatments, and Prevention in this New Era
Objectives: 1) Perform a screening skin examination to detect precancerous and cancerous skin lesions 2) Make recommendations to reduce the likelihood of additional precancerous and cancerous skin lesions 3) Choose at least two appropriate treatments for precancerous skin lesions 4) Understand the highlights of teledermatology
When and How to Cut, Freeze, Burn and Repair
Objectives: 1) Identify indications for skin biopsies and excisions 2) Identify appropriate surgical techniques for skin biopsies and basic repairs 3) Indicate lesions appropriate for cryosurgical and electrosurgical treatment
Please Note: Content is subject to change without notice. Please refer to this activity website for the most current information.
Program Schedule
Date
Location
Description
Time
September 18, 2026
The Lodge at Whitefish Conference Center
Conference - Day 1
Breakfast for Registered Attendees
Check-In Opens at 7:15 AM
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
September 19, 2026
The Lodge at Whitefish Conference Center
Conference - Day 2
Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
September 20, 2026
The Lodge at Whitefish Conference Center
Conference - Day 3
Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
Accreditation
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education – ACCME
MCE Conferences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
MCE Conferences designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ABIM MOC Recognition
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 12 (part II) MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.
American Academy of Family Physicians – AAFP
MCE Conferences continuing medical education programs are organized by primary care healthcare professionals who are leaders in their field, and MCE Conferences plans to apply for American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) credit for all of its courses prior to the program date.
The College of Family Physicians of Canada – CFPC
The AAFP and the CFPC have a bilateral reciprocal certification agreement whereby: CME/CPD activities held across the Canada – U.S. border are certified according to the nationality of the primary target audiences regardless of where the providers are located. CFPC members who complete any CME/CPD activity certified by the AAFP for Prescribed credit can claim the equivalent number of Mainpro+ Certified or Mainpro+ Certified Assessment credits.
American Osteopathic Association – AOA
The AOA automatically recognizes AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ as AOA Category 2 credit.
American Nurses Credentialing Center – ANCC
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for recertification and continuing education credits. One AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ is equivalent to one contact hour for registered nurses or one advanced practice CNE for nurse practitioners.
Nurse Practitioners
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certified Program (AANPCP) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
Physician Assistants
PAs may claim a maximum of 12 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.
Pharmacology Credits
This course is being reviewed and will be acceptable for up to 12 CME credits; please verify with your Medical Board which hours may be applied toward Pharmacology credit.
Hotel Accommodations
Lodging Reservations -To make your lodging reservation, please Click Here. If you need assistance, please contact our office at info@mceconferences.com.
Please note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
Accommodations and Amenities – The Lodge at Whitefish Lake offers a variety of accommodations to suit a diverse selection of travelers from the individual to romantic couples, families of all sizes, and groups of friends or business associates. All accommodations are beautifully appointed with a fireplace, flat-panel TV, luxury furnishings, European mini-chiller, and microwave. Many offer a deck or patio, and some provide a view of Whitefish Lake or the surrounding mountains and forest.
Complimentary Wireless Internet is available in all guest accommodations, meeting venues, and common areas for all attendees including local offsite attendees.
- Viking Lodge – King or 2 Queens Classic Guest Room – $439 Per Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) The Viking Lodge offers classic hotel-style accommodations with a fireplace, flat-panel HDTV, European mini-chiller, microwave, and our signature four-piece bathroom.
- Connected to Main Lodge via Sky Bridge
- Home to Viking Falls Pool & Hot Tub and Fitness Center
- Adjacent Viking Creek Wetland Preserve
- Main Lodge – King Studio Suite, or 2 Queen Studio Suite – $569 Per Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) Main Lodge accommodations are primarily studio suites of approximately 600 square feet, featuring a gas stone fireplace with sitting area, flat-screen HDTV, balcony with bistro seating, custom beds created by Spring Air, efficiency kitchen with European mini-chiller, microwave and bar sink, and the Lodge’s signature four piece bathroom with soaking tub and walk-in slate tile shower. The main lodge also offers a limited number of lofted suites, one-bedroom suites, standard rooms, and the two-bedroom Flathead Suite. There are limited lakefront accommodations available; be sure to ask for a lakefront suite to enjoy views of Whitefish Lake from the comfort of your room.
- Home of Boat Club Lounge & Restaurant, Coffee Dock, Spa, Conference Space/Ballroom
- Proximity to Tiki Bar & Grill, Lakefront Pool & Hot Tub, Marina, Lakefront Pavilion
Additional Lodging Information –
Taxes: Room rates above are quoted exclusive of applicable state and local taxes currently; 8% Montana Accommodations Tax, 3% Resort Tax, 1% Averill Foundation Contribution, Lake Institute Assessment, 12% Resort Service Fee (24% total) and 1% Optional Community Sustainability Fund not included in room rates. Applicable taxes & fees are subject to change.
Check-in/Check-out times: Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM
Rollaway beds are currently available for $40 Charge per rollaway bed for extra persons (limited number available, subject to change).
Please note all guest accommodations are non-smoking and pets are not permitted.
Hotel Parking – The Lodge provides free parking for local attendees, and on-site attendees, as well as on-site car rental service.
Lodging Deposit: For Main Lodge, Viking Lodge & Lakefront Condominiums, one night’s room and tax will be collected at time of booking to guarantee the reservation. Fourteen (14) days prior to arrival the remaining balance due on the entire stay will be deducted from the individual attendee’s credit card on file and each reservation will be considered non-refundable and non-transferable.
For Luxury Home reservations, one night’s room and tax will be collected at the time of booking to guarantee the reservation. Thirty (30) days prior to arrival the remaining balance due on the entire stay will be deducted from the credit card on file and reservation will be considered non-refundable and non-transferable.
For Main Lodge & Viking Lodge reservations, cancellations may be made up until fourteen (14) days prior to arrival with full refund of the deposit. Cancellations, reductions in length of stay, or early departures made within fourteen (14) days of arrival forfeit the entire length of stay and will be charged to the individual attendee’s credit card on file.
Lodging Cancellations – Terms and conditions as per MCE’s room allotment agreement with conference lodging venue:
- Cancellation made 31 days or more prior to arrival: A full refund will be issued.
- Cancellation 30 days or less prior to arrival: No refunds will be issued.
- No-shows and early departures are considered a cancellations: No refunds will be issued.
All lodging cancellations must be made directly with the lodging venue. Please refer to your lodging confirmation for contact information and policies.
Register & Book Your Lodging Early! The MCE reduced room rates will be available to registered attendees up until May 1, 2026 (based on availability). Our allotment for reduced room rates may sell out before this date. We urge you to secure your lodging reservation as early as possible. Reduced rates will also be offered for 3 nights pre and post-program dates (based on availability).
Room Reservation Guidelines – The lodging reservation link has been created for the MCE Conference continuing medical education program, and only guests who are registered for this CME conference are eligible to use this site in order to access discounted rooms and/or theme park tickets (if applicable).
- Attendees must register within (7) seven days of booking MCE discounted lodging to avoid cancellations or increased nightly rates (depending on Hotel/Resort policy).
- We allow a maximum of 2 room reservations per registered attendee, based on availability and rates at the time of booking.
- Rooms and/or tickets (if applicable) cannot be purchased for the purpose of, or with the intention of being resold.
- All reservations must be made under the registered attendee’s name, as all reservations and ticket orders (if applicable) will be audited against the CME program registration list. Should it be necessary, we reserve the right to contact you to request proof of registration. If it is discovered that the reservation and/or ticket order is not for an MCE Conferences participant, the reservations and/or ticket order may be canceled or modified based on the Hotel/Resort policy, and deposits may not be eligible for a refund.
Please note: In order to provide a quality and interactive CME program, MCE Conferences will limit the number of registrations per conference.
Additional Travel Information
National Park Entry Requirements: Reservations may be required to enter the National Parks. If the National Park Service reinstitutes a day-use reservation system for peak dates, all visitors planning to enter the park will need a reservation, including annual and lifetime pass holders. Please visit Recreation.gov and nps.gov to search for the National Park you plan to visit to confirm the most up-to-date entry requirements.
Airport Information – Direct flights from major cities into Glacier Park International Airport (only 15 minutes away) make getting to Whitefish a breeze. Whitefish is one of the closest mountain towns to a major airport. Amtrak’s Empire Builder arrives twice-daily at the historic Whitefish Railway Depot from Chicago and Minneapolis to the east and Portland and Seattle from the west. Arriving by car is also easy with roads that meander through some of the most beautiful landscapes in North America.
The Lodge provides complimentary transportation for guests to/from Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) and Amtrak Train Station with at least 48-hour advanced reservations. Hotel also provides complimentary scheduled transportation to Whitefish Mountain Resort during ski season and to The Firebrand Hotel in downtown Whitefish for groups of 9 people or fewer between 8 am & 10 pm.
Car Rental – To make your discounted car rental reservation, please click on the following links (please note: car rental company availability may differ based on airport/ destination)
- AVIS – Click Here and enter G028287 in the “AWD Number” box to receive the Group Discount.
- Budget – Click Here
- Enterprise – Click Here and enter XZB6145 to receive the Group Discount.
- Hertz – Click Here and check the “Enter a Discount or Promo Code” and “I am a Corporate Customer” boxes. Enter 2086989 in the “Discount/CDP/Club Code” box to receive the Group Discount.
- National – Click Here and enter XZB6145 under Contract ID to receive Group Discount.
Special Assistance – MCE’s policy is to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If special arrangements are necessary for an individual with a disability to attend a conference, please contact our office at 1-888-533-9031.
Please Note: MCE is not associated with the third-party services listed herein and shall not be liable for any services of such third party providers.
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What Are You Waiting For?
Register Early! In order to provide a quality and interactive CME program, MCE Conferences will limit the amount of registrations per conference. Some conferences may have a lower registration limit due to the destination logistics and lodging availability.